2009 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 154 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Parati has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Parati will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1995 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Parati |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |